In addition to the support provided by teachers, learners also benefit from the services of a full-time Guidance Counselor/Guidance Associate. This professional works closely with learners, parents, teachers, and school staff to support the academic, emotional, and personal development of students.

The Guidance Counselor/Associate maintains an “open door” policy, meaning learners, parents, and teachers are welcome to visit the Guidance Office during breaks, lunchtime, or after school. Appointments may also be scheduled through the School Admin Office.

Guidance Services include a wide range of activities designed to help students gain self-awareness, make wise decisions, and plan effectively for their growth.

Counseling Service

A goal-oriented relationship between a professionally trained counselor and a learner who seeks help. This service aims to:

• Promote meaningful self-awareness and understanding

• Enhance decision-making and problem-solving skills

• Encourage personal growth and behavioral change

Consultation Service

This service involves collaboration with:

• Parents

• Teachers

• Administrators

• Guardians

The Guidance Counselor provides support, guidelines, and professional advice to address student behaviors or challenges. The counselor may facilitate, coordinate, educate, mediate, and motivate based on the needs presented.

Information Service

The Guidance Office gathers, organizes, and shares important information through:

• One-on-one advising

• Counseling sessions

• Group activities

Focus areas include:

• Personal-social development

• Academic-educational guidance

• Career and vocational planning

Individual Inventory Service

This service involves collecting, evaluating, and interpreting personal data about each learner. The goal is to understand:

• Student characteristics

• Potential and strengths

• Growth areas

This information helps support personalized guidance and intervention.

Referral Service

When a student may benefit from counseling or specialized support:

• Teachers, parents, administrators, or fellow students can refer them

• The counselor may also refer students to specialists or external professionals when needed to address specific concerns

Placement Service

This service helps learners find their place in activities, groups, or environments where they can thrive—academically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. It takes into account:

• Student goals, interests, values, and abilities

The aim is to help them become happy, healthy, and productive members of society.

Follow-Up Service

This involves checking on students who have received counseling, referral, or placement to ensure:

• The assistance provided was effective

• Additional support (if needed) is given

• The school’s services meet students’ needs holistically

Research Service

The Guidance Office conducts research to:

• Discover and validate new insights in guidance and counseling

• Assess what methods are effective

• Avoid ineffective or harmful practices

This ensures the guidance services remain relevant, informed, and impactful.

Evaluation Service

Evaluation determines whether guidance programs and services are:

• Meeting their intended goals

• Effective and beneficial to learners

The results help justify the continued support and development of the school’s Guidance Program.